Q Is there a city ordinance about parking a vehicle on the front lawn in a residential neighborhood?

Sara Root, Beaumont

A Depends on where you live and if you can literally get your motor running.

There is no citywide ordinance prohibiting a parked car on a lawn, said Danielle Underferth, communications manager for the City of Beaumont. But you cannot park on your lawn if you live in the Oaks Historic District.

Underferth said a car cannot be parked on a lawn or the street if it doesn't run. If your car is no longer drivable, it must be in an enclosed space, like a garage or a shed.

A car cover will not do, she said.

If you are tired of looking at your neighbor's busted Chevelle out by the curb, you can contact Beaumont code enforcement by calling 311 or (409) 880-3719.

The code enforcement office can also help you if you need to report high grass or weeds, trash and litter problems or illegal dumping.

Got a question for Ashley? Email her at arsanders@BeaumontEnterprise.com or write to P.O. Box 3071, Beaumont, Texas, 77701. Please include your full name and city of residence.